January 2024

Shop Now: New Balance 9060 Maxi Tell us more about yourself and what you do? Nkanyezi Nzimande is a visual storyteller, who’s always curious and forever creating through the medium of fashion, film, and photography. He specializes in establishing relevant connections between brands and consumers and has since started a clothing brand called Orange Peel and has consulted brands and individuals on style and Art direction. As an opinion leader in style and fashion he has built a community of loyal people who receive his work in a positive manner and, an audience of individuals who are continuously inspired by his work. What inspires you? I’m constantly inspired by my environments from the people I meet, the stories they share, the spaces I visit, and people I’ve come to love. What inspires your fashion sense? Being the youngest of 5 children I drew inspiration from my siblings who were influenced by 90s American Hip-hop & Ama-Italiana Township culture. My grandmother made me appreciate quality garments and never comprised on a good piece of clothing which led me to see the importance of craftsmanship. How can people style the 9060 maxi? It’s up to as individual but sneakers are versatile in that you can wear a safari hat,sunglasses, plain [basic] crew neck T-shirt with ankle socks . Similarly, you could have a dad hat a pair of shades, plain t-shirt underneath with a open button short sleeve shirt paired with long pants that contrast the respective colour of the sneaker. What’s one thing people need to keep in mind when buying a sneaker? This rule applies to clothes in general, also consider the clothes you have in your closet before purchasing an item because there’s nothing worse than have a good piece of clothing but nothing to pair it with. What are trends you cannot miss this year? To be honest the only time I would look at trends is if I was a trend forecaster for a living. But what most of us know is that trends like all forms of music, art and fashion come and go and come back again. I’m more interested to see people finding what works for their personal style and seeing the evaluation over the years.

During World War II, racial barriers were shattered by African-American fighter pilots, as the first people of colour in the Armed Forces as Aviators. Despite facing discrimination and skepticism, these skilled pilots showcased exceptional courage and skill, ultimately flying hundreds of successful missions in escorting bombers. Their remarkable service not only contributed to the Allied victory but also paved the way for desegregation in the military, challenging prejudices and inspiring a legacy of achievement for generations to come. These Airmen’s triumphs stand as a testament to the power of determination and the pursuit of equality. Introducing the Butan Flying Panthers Collection, a tribute to these heroic Airmen. The collection celebrates their unwavering fighting spirit, highlighting the enduring relevance of their struggle for freedom and equality in today’s world. Embrace a legacy of courage and resilience through fashion that honours these trailblazers and echoes their call for a more just and inclusive society. Inspiring an airborne revolution! The prints on the aptly named ‘Pounce from Above’ and ‘Bombshell’ t-shirts are inspired by aviator iconography such as flight jacket badges and nose art, decorative paintings found on the nose of an aircraft’s fuselage. These graphics channel I93O’s comic art and pin up style. The camouflage pattern on the ‘Drop Knowledge’ bucket hat is a custom pattern featuring flying panther imagery. A historical combination brought to our South African streets. The marriage of art (during war) and fashion has ingrained itself into the existence of now. An elevation of style with nostalgic aviation vibes. The Fly Panthers Collection is available now to shop at Shesha Lifestyle selected stores.

As we approach the in-season tournament, the NBA released 30 City Edition uniforms a day before the 7 of those teams’ debut at the inaugural in-season tournament (The Nuggets, Lakers, Pacers, Bucks, Heat, Trail Blazers, Thunders, Bulls). These new uniforms communicate a story, heritage and history that makes each franchise unique. In addition, the uniforms pay tribute to the relationship between court, culture, and community of each franchise. According to Christoper Arena, Head of On-Court, and Brand Partnerships at the NBA – It is vital and suitable for the City Edition uniforms to make their on-court debut during the inaugural NBA in-season tournament, as the teams gear up to make more history through the quest of the NBA Cup. However, it has been reported that the NBA has stopped Lakers from wearing the black uniform as it is a direct visual contrast between the specially designed in-season court and jerseys. This does not take away from the beauty and story of the jerseys however, it makes sense to the overall storytelling of each franchise. You can shop your favourite City Edition Jersey of the following teams: Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks, Dallas Mavericks, Chicago Bulls, Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets and Golden States Warriors are now available at the NBA Africa Store online at www.nbastore.africa and in store at: Sandton City, Shop L314 Cape Town V&A Waterfront, Shop 1 V&A Waterfront Durban Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Shop 6171 For R1 899,00